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A photo of Furneaux Lodge in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand.

Accommodation on the Queen Charlotte Track: All You Need to Know

The Queen Charlotte Track is a gorgeous 70km hike in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, taking you from the northernmost tip of the South Island of New Zealand to the mainland. We have made a comprehensive guide to the Queen Charlotte Track accommodation options, so that you will start your 3-5-day hike knowing that you a …

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Sealy Tarns vs Hooker Valley Track- Which is the Best Day Hike in New Zealand?

If you’re reading this then you’re obviously looking at hiking some of the best day hikes in the Mount Cook National Park– congrats! These two stunning hikes offer breathtaking views of Mount Cook National Park, crystal-clear alpine lakes, and the mighty Aoraki and other Southern Alps.   But which one is the best? In this article …

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24 Hours in Wānaka: How to Use Your Time Effectively

Wānaka is one of the most gorgeous places in New Zealand.  Picture perfect postcard scenery, an incredible lake, mountains and glaciers, even a world-famous tree. The atmosphere is great, the people seem happy and laid back. Wānaka has so much to offer for everyone.   This is our guide to 24 hours in Wānaka.  Wānaka is …

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The Couples Guide to Abu Dhabi: Discover the Best Things to Do in the Heart of the UAE  

The vibrant capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, offers so many things for couples to do when visiting.   As a couple with no children and two incomes (did someone say DINK?), we are trying to explore and enjoy as much of the world as possible. And, if you haven’t already noticed, we’re not …

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Jess photographed from behind as she walks through Riverside Market in Central Christchurch, New Zealand.

Discover the Best Things to Do In and Around Christchurch, New Zealand: Your Ultimate Guide to Unforgettable Adventures

We work in Christchurch hospitality; we get asked so much by fellow travellers and customers what there is to do in and around Christchurch. And as people who have lived and travelled here for 6 months, we have had time to discover the best places and things to do.  So rather than handing out a ratchet piece …

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